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  • Title: Preventing pressure sores in wheelchair users.
    Author: Barnes J.
    Journal: Community Nurse; 1996; 2(10):57-8. PubMed ID: 9450470.
    Abstract:
    Many wheelchair users believe getting pressure sores is part of everyday life Pressure sores may be more likely to develop if the person has had one before Simple measures can promote good posture and reduce risk Cushions should be placed on a firm base Pressure sore prevention is more than providing a cushion Patients should take their own wheelchair into hospital Education is needed for patients and carers on pressure sore prevention.
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